News & stories

Stay in the know with the latest news, research and stories from the MS community. Find information on things that matter to you, from tips on managing symptoms, through to stories about different drugs and treatment options. Want to share your story with us? We'd love to hear from you.

29 April 2024

Real world experiences of bladder and bowel problems in MS

New research explores the experiences of people with MS and bladder and bowel dysfunction, and shows the importance of breaking the loo taboo.

25 April 2024

Some taboos are meant to be broken…

In this blog Carla talks candidly about her chronic bowel problems which have had a huge impact on her life over the last few years.

24 April 2024

Tips for keeping your bowel healthy

Bowel problems like constipation, loose stools or diarrhoea are common in multiple sclerosis. How can you keep your bowel healthy and improve your bowel function? Here are some tips from an MS specialist nurse, a dietitian and a physiotherapist.

23 April 2024

Tips for keeping your bladder healthy

Bladder problems are very common in people with multiple sclerosis, but what steps can you take to look after your bladder and give yourself the best chance of maintaining good bladder function? Here are some top tips from an MS specialist nurse, a dietitian and a physiotherapist.

22 April 2024

MS Unfiltered: tackling taboo symptoms

Do you have feel embarrassed about your MS symptoms? Do you find some topics difficult to talk about? MS Trust ambassadors, Trishna Bharadia, Dr Agne Straukiene and Richard Sprenger tackle taboo subjects like sexual dysfunction, bladder and bowel issues, drugs and opening up to your employer. Listen now for honest experiences, tips and more.

8 April 2024

How periods, pregnancy, breastfeeding and the menopause can affect multiple sclerosis in women

Have you ever wondered how your hormones might affect your MS? We're joined by podcast guests Olivia Mason and Professor Ruth Dobson to explore all things periods, pregnancy, breastfeeding, menopause and MS.

8 April 2024

With MS, sometimes it's better to roll with it

Struggling to find a mobility aid as stylish as him, Martin’s search brought him to a rollator that unlocked his independence.

25 March 2024

How can I manage my MS bowel problems?

Our podcast guests, Noreen Barker (MS Nurse Consultant) and Concetta Brugaletta (Clinical Nurse Specialist), are on a mission to shatter the stigma around bowel issues and MS. We talk treatments, strategies, tips and more!

29 February 2024

Night symptoms and MS

If your MS symptoms feel worse at night, you're not alone. Here's why that might be, and what you can do about it.

27 February 2024

Treating walking difficulties with orthotics

Orthotist Emma Davidson explains how devices such as braces and splints can help manage walking difficulties in MS.

21 February 2024

How Botox gave me control over my MS bladder

With anxiety inducing trips out and a barely existent social life, Kirsty’s MS bladder issues were beginning to take over. Here, she takes us through her Botox journey to independence.

19 February 2024

How can I manage my MS bladder problems?

In this podcast we talk to MS specialist nurse, Grace Hazlett, about bladder treatment options, preventative strategies and practical advice. She gives us the low down on pelvic floor exercises, fluid retention, catheters and more!